Website:http://www.gabrieljohnson.comIntroducing Gabriel Johnson: an all-acoustic set at Vitello’s
with John Beasley, Aaron Mclendon, Lyman Medieros

Trumpeter Gabriel Johnson brings an all-acoustic group to Vitello's, playing fresh takes on songs from his recently released album Introducing Gabriel Johnson, and debuting new songs with special guest pianist Grammy-nominee John Beasley, Aaron Mclendon on drums, and Lyman Medieros on bass.

Gabriel Johnson Biography
After graduating from the New England Conservatory of Music, jazz trumpeter Gabriel Johnson honed his sound while playing and recording with jazz, R&B, and Classical artists, including Chris Botti, Jill Scott, Diddy, Jackie Evancho, David Foster, Placido Domingo, and B.o.B, to name a few. In 2007, Johnson had a career turning point when filmmaker and jazz enthusiast Clint Eastwood heard his playing and remarked: “You’ve got a great sound. I’m working on this movie [Changeling] and I think you could be right for it.” Johnson’s solo was part of the end title and the score earned a Golden Globes nomination. Eastwood invited Johnson to solo again in his next film, Invictus, a biopic of Nelson Mandela and South Africa’s rugby team.
During this period, Johnson began writing and arranging songs for his debut album, Introducing Gabriel Johnson. Multi-Grammy winning trumpeter and composer Chris Botti, whom Johnson has also performed with, says “he has a beautiful and mature sound and I view him as the new standard for modern young trumpet players.

Album Introducing Gabriel Johnson:
Johnson's debut album released September 2012 is comprised of 10 original compositions and his spin on three covers, including a brooding version of Radiohead’s Codex and a melancholy take on the time-honored classic, Summertime. Throughout the record Johnson’s trumpet soars front-and-center, showcasing his melodic creativity, infectious compositions and beautiful trumpet sound.

www.gabrieljohnsonmusic.com

For more information on Gabriel Johnson and his album,
please contact Lorna Chiu, lornachiu@gmail.com, (310) 200-8388